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Mission Montessori - San Francisco

Our Mission is Montessori. Through Montessori education, we help each child become a passionate member of the human community who is confident, creative, and flourishing.
At Mission Montessori, you`ll find a home away from home and a community of educators and fellow parents passionate about Montessori education. We`re dedicated to providing a high quality educational experience for our students and families in an intimate environment that meets the developmental, social, and academic needs of our students.
Our goal each day is for our students to walk away feeling satisfied from hard work, enthralled with new discoveries, and inspired to continue on their journey as lifelong learners.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
  • Average class size: 18 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-8
Summer School Offered
Yes

Student Body

Total Students
n/a
Student Body Type
Co-ed

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Average Class Size
18 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
$30,700 - $45,840
Admissions Director
Annalee Neukam

School Notes

  • Mission Montessori was started in 2017 as San Francisco`s first private Montessori elementary. In 2019, Mission Montessori acquired the beautiful campus at 50 Fell Street in the bustling Mid-Market neighborhood. Mission Montessori now includes programs for infants (12 weeks-18 months), toddlers (18 months-3 yrs old), and primary/preschool (3-6 yrs old), in addition to our elementary which will go all the way to 8th grade.
  • We offer a Spanish Immersion program option for toddlers, preschoolers, and elementary students.
  • Our preschool is a year-round, 5-day program. The school day runs from 8:00am to 3:00pm, with an option for extended care until 6pm.
  • The elementary school is a 10-month program running from late August to early June. The school day runs from 8am to 3:30pm with an option for extended care until 5:30pm.
Student-Teacher Ratio:
  • Infant: 1:3
  • Toddler: 1:6
  • Primary: 1:11
  • Elementary: 1:12
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Mission Montessori - San Francisco often compared to?
Mission Montessori - San Francisco is often viewed alongside schools like Maria Montessori School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Mission Montessori - San Francisco?
The application deadline for Mission Montessori - San Francisco is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Mission Montessori - San Francisco located?
Mission Montessori - San Francisco is located in the Civic Center neighborhood of San Francisco, CA. There are 1 other private schools located in Civic Center.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
  • Average class size: 18 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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